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Iyanya and Banky W set to release joint R’n’B album (WATCH)
If you are a fan of quality RnB music, Banky W and Iyanya, are set to work on a joint album project. Iyanya, who recently released his sophomore album Applaudise revealed…
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These are the turkey-sharing pictures that’s earned Julius Agwu several criticism
In commemoration of thanksgiving weekend in the US, ace comedian, Julius Agwu through his Julius Agwu Foundation, shared 250 turkeys to 250 families in Atlanta, Georgia. This however, did not augur well with…
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Uti Nwachukwu really did cut his dreadlocks, but…
On Thursday, Jara presenter, Uti Nwachukwu posted a picture which suggested that he may have cut off his trademark dreadlocks. Uti also shared another picture of himself sporting an afro…
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Beyonce’s daughther, Blue Ivy to feature on Coldplay’s new album
It's a mother-daughter affair as Beyonce and Blue Ivy are set to feature on Coldplay's next album. Lead singer of the popular band, Chris Martin revealed this in an interview with…
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Did some ‘idiots’ really leak Seyi Shay’s new album?
It can be depressing to put in so much work and some evil spirits try so hard to make you not reap the fruits of your labour. That's how Seyi Shay must…
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Imagine a world where actor, Saint Obi becomes a musician… well, you’re in it (WATCH)
Possibly former Nollywood star, Saint Obi, after a long hiatus from the screen has a new aspiration- to break into the music industry. Saint Obi, on Wednesday, released 3 new singles…
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5 things we learnt from Wizkid’s interview with US magazine, The Fader
Since winning our hearts with Holla at your Boy in 2010, Wizkid has kept soaring to greater heights. After working with Drake on what's arguably the biggest international collaboration this year from Africa,…
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Korede Bello goes back to school (PHOTO)
The Godwin singer has gone back to school to further his education. 19 year old singer, Korede Bello, had previously acquired an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) degree in Mass Communication from the Nigerian…
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Simi premieres new video ‘Open and Close’ (WATCH)
Nigeria’s most loved songbird Simi has released a brand new single to close what has been a fantastic year for her and Nigerian music. The song titled ‘Open and Close’ is a…
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5 things we’d really like to change about Psquare
Psquare is arguably Africa's biggest, most successful and probably the most loved group. They can sing, dance and deliver mind blowing performances that can't be matched by their peers. However, they aren't…
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Adele debuts new song ‘Water Under the Bridge’… in honour of boyfriend (WATCH)
Awww... That's how we felt when we watched the clip of Adele performing Water Under The Bridge. The new song off her 25 album to be released this Friday, is dedicated to her boyfriend…
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Are you creative? An opportunity may await you at TEDxBodija
The organizers of TEDxBodija 2015 themed INNOVATION – THINKING UPSIDE DOWN, have launched TEDxBodija Innovation Contest – aimed at celebrating and giving a platform to start-ups and ideas created by young,…
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Did Falz just take a swipe at Skiibii’s ‘fake death’ on new album?
Interesting.. Comical rapper, Falz may have just taken a swipe at upcoming singer, Skibii on his new album- Stories That Touch. In a track titled Soft work, the rapper made reference…
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We bet your birthday message (from boo) isn’t as sweet as what Peter Okoye got
Today is the birthday of Africa's most famous twins, Peter and Paul Okoye a.k.a P Square. Peter Okoye's wife, Lola Omotayo took to Instagram to pen an heartwarming birthday wish…
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Charlie Sheen finally reveals he’s HIV positive (WATCH)
Finally, we've heard from the horse's mouth. Hollywood actor, Charlie Sheen is currently on the Today Show, where he has confirmed the reports that he's HIV positive. In an interview with…
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“I got jealous of Kanye West” – Casper Nyovest
South African Hip Hop heavyweight, Casper Nyovest has always aspired to one day, sell out the 20,000 capacity Coca Cola Dome arena in Johannesburg, South Africa. And he did that in…
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‘Hello’ gets a break! Adele debuts new single ‘When We Were Young’ (WATCH)
We're genuinely sorry Ruby Gyang... your 'Hello' cover was a tad late. Adele recently performed a new single When We Were Young off her forthcoming album, 25 at a live performance at…
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Behind-the-scenes: Olamide’s photo shoot for ‘Eyan Mayweather’
As we earlier reported, YBNL head-honcho, Olamide, will release his 5th studio album titled Eyan Mayweather, on November 23. For the album cover, Olamide went back to where it all started from-…
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No collaboration! Olamide set to release 5th album ‘Eyan Mayweather’
Self-proclaimed, King of the streets, Olamide is ready to drop a 21-track album, bereft of collaboration, on November 23. Olamide works on his 5th record with YBNL in-house producers, Pheelz and…
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Grab a pillow! Praiz’ cover of Adele’s ‘Hello’ is a lullaby (WATCH)
Sometimes, an attempt at overkill can fall flat. If any Nigerian artiste was expected to do a cover of Adele's Hello, it would be Praiz. After his cover of Rihanna's Stay, forgive us for…
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Tonto Dikeh released another single… and no one noticed (LISTEN)
The song is called 'Oti Ya'. We blame VicO though... for being too much of a noisemaker, for being too-much in our faces that we inadvertently overlooked a new single…
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Don Jazzy, Asa, Diamond Platnumz, others named ambassadors for The Future Awards 2015
Africa’s biggest youth event, The Future Awards Africa has announced the ambassadors for the 10th anniversary – a stellar cast of past winners of the awards across business, development, governance…
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East Africa dominates AFRIMA 2015 + Full list of winners
It was an historical night at the just concluded 2015 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) as East African artists won most of the award categories. Diamond Platnumz was the biggest…
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Tinubu honoured as Africa’s biggest artistes converged for AFRIMA 2015 (See Photos)
It was a convergence of African stars at the 2015 All Africa Music Awards, which took place on Sunday, at the prestigious Eko Convention Center, Eko Hotel and Suites. National leader of…
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Banky W, Olu Jacobs, Joke Silva and more attend Tosyn Bucknor’s wedding (See Photos)
Everybody's looking for that one person that makes it all complete and popular radio personality, Tosyn Bucknor seems to have found this in her french hubby, Aurélien Boyer. Tosyn and Aurélien Boyer had…
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AFRIFF 2015: Clarence Peters wins Best Short Film at Globe Awards
Renowned music video director, Clarence Peters, has won his first movie award, in the short film category. Clarence got the nod for his first directed movie project, Hex, at the…
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AFRIFF 2015: Ini Edo, Genevieve Nnaji and others shine at the Globe Awards/Closing Gala
Everything that has a beginning surely has an end. Film enthusiasts and practitioners converged for the closing gala of the week-long 2015 edition of the Africa International Film Festival (Afriff). Here are the photos…
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Y! Scoop: “I think I’ve abandoned my RnB fans” – Banky W
After delivering the chart topping single High notes, Banky W, is set to give fans a treat in the coming weeks, with the release of two singles off his upcoming album. "I…
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Seyi Shay floats record label with ‘silent partner’
Singer, Seyi Shay has decided to float her own record label. After the launch of her Seyi or Shay album, fans noticed it was released under Stargurl Ltd and it got people talking.…
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Saved by a smartphone: Paris attack survivor recounts experience (WATCH)
In an hour of anguish and terror for most families who lost their loved ones in one of the worst days in the history of the City of Love, one man…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy